Life Scientist/Environmental Engineer/Physical Scientist
You will:
- Oversee operations of the Region 3 Scientific Dive Unit (SDU); - Develop, coordinate and participate in aquatic resource monitoring initiatives; - Provide technical assistance to Environmental Protection Agency programs and federal, state, local, and tribal partners; - Oversee Region 3 marine vessel operations. You will spend less than 25% of your work time on contracts, grants/cooperative agreements, and/or interagency agreements. In addition to the educational requirements, we are looking for at least one year of specialized experience related to this position as described below:
To qualify for the GS-13 level, you need to have at least one year of full-time experience equivalent to the GS-12 level defined as providing oversight of operations planning, logistics, scheduling, staffing, and/or prioritization of scientific dive operations.Your answers to the online assessment will be used to evaluate your competencies in the following areas:
1) Skill in diving under a range of conditions; 2) Knowledge of data management, spatial analysis, and/or statistical analysis techniques; 3) Knowledge of aquatic monitoring techniques; 4) Skill in oral communication; 5) Skill in written communication; 6) Skill in working with a team to accomplish objectives; 7) Skill in conducting operations on a research vessel; and 8) Knowledge of boat operation, repair and maintenance. In addition to the experience and/or education described in this announcement, you must also have the following to be qualified for this position:
Certification as an EPA Scientific Diver. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.If you have part-time work experience, read this:
EPA Announcement Policies and Procedures.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
- Oversee operations of the Region 3 Scientific Dive Unit (SDU); - Develop, coordinate and participate in aquatic resource monitoring initiatives; - Provide technical assistance to Environmental Protection Agency programs and federal, state, local, and tribal partners; - Oversee Region 3 marine vessel operations. You will spend less than 25% of your work time on contracts, grants/cooperative agreements, and/or interagency agreements. In addition to the educational requirements, we are looking for at least one year of specialized experience related to this position as described below:
To qualify for the GS-13 level, you need to have at least one year of full-time experience equivalent to the GS-12 level defined as providing oversight of operations planning, logistics, scheduling, staffing, and/or prioritization of scientific dive operations.Your answers to the online assessment will be used to evaluate your competencies in the following areas:
1) Skill in diving under a range of conditions; 2) Knowledge of data management, spatial analysis, and/or statistical analysis techniques; 3) Knowledge of aquatic monitoring techniques; 4) Skill in oral communication; 5) Skill in written communication; 6) Skill in working with a team to accomplish objectives; 7) Skill in conducting operations on a research vessel; and 8) Knowledge of boat operation, repair and maintenance. In addition to the experience and/or education described in this announcement, you must also have the following to be qualified for this position:
Certification as an EPA Scientific Diver. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.If you have part-time work experience, read this:
EPA Announcement Policies and Procedures.
- Department:
0401 General Natural Resources Management And Biological Sciences - Salary Range:
$91,231 to $133,465 per year
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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